Cladding Detailer

JOHN REID & SONS LTD; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a cladding draughtsperson to support their Drawing Office. The role involves preparing detailed drawings for roof and wall cladding, collaborating with internal teams and external partners. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role and be proficient in AutoCAD. Strong organizational skills and good communication are essential. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a busy work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cladding with a focus on detailing roof and wall structures.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Ability to apply trigonometry in calculations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cladding layout and flashing drawings.
• Liaise with project teams and attend design meetings.
• Create detailed parts and fixings inventories.

Skills

Previous cladding experience in a similar industry

AutoCAD or similar 2D software

Organised and methodical

Mathematically capable

Good communicator

Commercial awareness

Job description

To support growth and professional development, we are looking for an additional cladding draughtsperson to join our busy Drawing Office.

As a key member of our internal project team, you will be responsible for detailing the roof and wall cladding and associated items for our steel structures. Your drawings will be used in the manufacture of sheet metal items and installation of cladding, flashings, gutters and trims on site.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing cladding layout drawings and flashing and gutter details.
• Liaising with in-house designers, steelwork draughtsperson, bid managers and construction team as well as attending external design team meetings with architects, engineers and clients.
• Liaising with Works Manager and factory team regarding drawing issues and queries.
• Assisting with site surveys when required.
• Creating flashing, gutter and fabrication drawings.
• Preparing lists for manufacturing, purchase and despatch.
• Issuing and monitoring Requests for Information (RFIs) with clients, and responding to site queries.
• Creating detailed parts and fixings inventories of all cladding elements.
• Attending launch and project meetings.
• Advising project managers of any extras or variations as the project progresses.

Key Skills

• Previous cladding experience in a similar industry.
• AutoCAD or similar 2D software.
• Organised and methodical.
• Mathematically capable – applying trigonometry and checking calculations.
• Good communicator – working well within an internal/external project team and obtaining the information you need.
• Commercial awareness – to understand the potential implication of project changes and variations.

The above list is not exhaustive but it covers the main duties of the role.
There may be other duties, not mentioned here, which become part of the job.